Trump uses Mount Rushmore speech to allege ‘mortal threat’ from communism

President Trump delivered a speech at Mount Rushmore, claiming there's a "resurgence of the communist menace" and labeling communism as a "mortal threat to American liberty." This bold rhetoric comes on the eve of the nation's 250th birthday, emphasizing his administration's commitment to countering ideological threats. Such statements reflect a broader effort to frame current political battles as a struggle for the soul of America, stirring debate over the relevance and interpretation of historical threats in today's context.